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Fenton podiatrist — Same-Week Foot & Ankle Specialists Worth the Drive
Fenton patients drive 18 minutes (13 miles) to our Howell office at 4330 E Grand River Ave for board-certified foot & ankle care — without the hospital wait.
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From Fenton to our Howell office
Why Fenton Patients Choose Us
Fenton families and Lake Fenton seasonal residents get expert foot care without driving to Flint
Our Howell office sits just 18 minutes from downtown Fenton, which means Fenton families skip the hospital network bottlenecks and get same-week diagnostic imaging, conservative-first treatment plans, and surgery only when truly indicated.
Same-week appointments
Call before 10 AM for next-day slots when our schedule permits. New patients average 3–5 business days from call to first visit.
On-site digital imaging
Digital X-ray and ultrasound in the office. Most Fenton patients leave their first visit with diagnosis, imaging, and a treatment plan — no second appointment to start care.
Conservative care first
We exhaust non-surgical options — orthotics, EPAT, MLS laser, injections — before discussing surgery. 3,000+ surgeries performed when truly needed.
Common in Fenton
Foot & ankle conditions we treat for Fenton patients
- Plantar fasciitis & heel pain — common in Fenton runners (Tyrone-Fenton trail system) and lake-area residents on their feet all summer.
- Bunion correction — Lapiplasty 3D, MICA, and traditional bunionectomy — outpatient with same-day discharge.
- Diabetic foot care — annual exams, ulcer prevention, neuropathy. Coordinated with your Fenton-area PCP or endocrinologist.
- Sports injuries — ankle sprains, Achilles tendonitis, stress fractures — same-week diagnostic imaging.
- Ingrown toenails — 15-minute office procedure under local anesthetic.
- Toenail fungus — laser, oral, and topical options — honest about success rates per option.
Don’t see your problem? Call (810) 206-1402 — we treat the full range of foot and ankle problems.
Meet your podiatrists
Three board-certified specialists serving Fenton
Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM, FACFAS
Triple board-certified · 950K+ YouTube
Lapiplasty-certified bunion surgeon. 3,000+ surgical cases. Education-first approach.
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Dr. Carl Jay, DPM
Fellowship-trained · Reconstruction
Cases other surgeons refer. Revision and complex reconstruction specialist.
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Dr. Daria Gutkin, DPM
Bilingual · Gentle hands
Anxious patients request her. Bilingual care. AACFAS-certified.
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18-minute drive from Fenton to our Howell office
Driving directions
From Fenton, head south on US-23 from Fenton, then west on Grand River Avenue toward Howell — the office is at 4330 E Grand River Ave. The office is at 4330 E Grand River Ave. Free parking on site, wheelchair accessible entrance, well-lit lot.
Balance Foot & Ankle — Howell4330 E Grand River Ave, Howell, MI 48843
☎ (810) 206-1402
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Fenton-area neighborhoods we serve
Fenton city, Fenton Township, Tyrone Township border, Argentine border, Lake Fenton area, Linden border.
Landmarks near our Fenton patients
Lake Fenton, Silver Lake Park, Downtown Fenton (LeRoy Street), Bush Park, Fenton High School, Mill Pond (Fenton), Tyrone-Fenton Trail, Crystal Pointe.
Insurance accepted for Fenton patients
Most insurance plans, free verification
We participate with major insurers covering Fenton and the broader Livingston County area: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan + BCN, Priority Health, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare and Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (most plans), Tricare, Workers’ Compensation, and most major regional plans. Trinity Health Brighton, McLaren Flint referrals welcome. Self-pay patients get transparent pricing — call (810) 206-1402 for a quick verification.
Common questions from Fenton
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Fenton to your Howell office?
Typical Fenton patients arrive in 18 minutes. The route is south on US-23 from Fenton, then west on Grand River Avenue toward Howell — the office is at 4330 E Grand River Ave. We’re 13 miles from downtown Fenton.
Can I get a same-week appointment as a new Fenton patient?
Yes, in most cases. Call (810) 206-1402 before 10 AM and ask about next-available slots. Acute injuries (suspected fracture, severe ingrown nail with infection) typically get same-day or next-day appointments.
Do you accept my insurance?
We participate with BCBS of Michigan, BCN, Priority Health, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, most Medicaid plans, Tricare, and Workers’ Comp. Free insurance verification before your visit — we’ll tell you what’s covered up front.
I was treated elsewhere — can I transfer care from another Fenton-area podiatrist?
Absolutely. Bring imaging and records, or have your prior provider fax them to us before your visit. Many Fenton patients come to us for a second opinion before scheduling surgery elsewhere.
Do you see children from Fenton?
Yes — we see patients age 4 and up. Common pediatric cases: in-toeing, sports injuries from Fenton youth athletics, ingrown toenails, warts, heel pain (Sever’s).
Is your Bloomfield Hills office closer for me?
Possibly — the same three doctors see patients at both offices. Our Bloomfield Hills location may be a shorter drive from some parts of Fenton. Call (810) 206-1402 and the front desk will book you at the closer office with the next available slot.
Ready to book your Fenton foot & ankle visit?
Same-week appointments. Most insurance accepted. Three board-certified doctors, two convenient offices. The front desk will route you to the next slot at the location closest to Fenton.
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